Does the 2020 RAM 1500 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2020 RAM 1500, including Air Bags; Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage; Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2020 RAM 1500 problems?

Owners filed 644 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (166), engine (156), steering (65), power train (63).

How much does a 2020 RAM 1500 cost to own for 5 years?

About $48,599 over 5 years ($810/month) at an estimated $22,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2020 RAM 1500

The 2020 RAM 1500 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 46/100. Expect about $48,599 to own it for five years, or $810 a month. NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 644 complaints.

Recalls: 14
Complaints: 644
5-yr cost: $49k
MPG (EPA): 22

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Ownership Score

2020 RAM 1500 vs nearby years

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14 recalls may apply

For the 2020 RAM 1500. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become corrupted, disabling the vehicle's air bags and seat belt pretensioners.
Risk: Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are V61 and V71.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $22,500 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$48,599

$810/month · $0.81/mile

Depreciation	$5,937
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,750
Fuel / charging	$9,135
Maintenance	$8,250
Repairs	$3,950
Loan interest	$6,127
Taxes & fees	$2,450

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

644 complaints24 involved a crash7 involved a fire

Electrical System166
Engine156
Unknown Or Other113
Steering65
Power Train63
Visibility/Wiper54

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 4 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2020 Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD

What to check on a used 2020 RAM 1500

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Steering
- Does the car drift or pull on a straight road?
- Turn the wheel lock to lock and listen for clunks or whines.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2020 RAM 1500 a good car to buy?: The 2020 RAM 1500 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 46/100. Expect about $48,599 to own it for five years, or $810 a month. NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 644 complaints.
Does the 2020 RAM 1500 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2020 RAM 1500, including Air Bags; Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage; Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2020 RAM 1500 problems?: Owners filed 644 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (166), engine (156), steering (65), power train (63).
How much does a 2020 RAM 1500 cost to own for 5 years?: About $48,599 over 5 years ($810/month) at an estimated $22,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.